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Treating Long Haulers
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Treating Long Haulers

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Treating Long Haulers

By BrianD|2022-11-15T14:05:19-05:00September 14th, 2021|Categories: coronavirus, Immunity, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, covid, long hauler symptoms|

The last year and a half has been challenging for all of us. However, just like the night sky there is also light sprinkled in with the dark. An example of this light I would like to focus on is Chinese medicine’s success in treating “long hauler” symptoms of Covid-19. Covid-19 has been a challenge for standard care as we all know. One of the most difficult aspects of the virus for some are the symptoms that never seem to go away even after recovering from the initial illness. Most common long hauler symptoms that we see are shortness [...]

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The Version of Us That Is Tired
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The Version of Us That Is Tired

Acupuncturists, coronavirus, Editorial, Mood

The Version of Us That Is Tired

By mca_sarah|2022-11-15T14:05:34-05:00September 6th, 2021|Categories: Acupuncturists, coronavirus, Editorial, Mood|Tags: fatigue, pandemic, reflection|

After babysitting my 4 month old niece this week, I was reminded of the lesson my own kids taught me in their infant and toddler years: we are not ‘ourselves’ when we are tired. When babies are well rested and fed they are observant, social, joyful, curious; when they are tired, they are restless, agitated, even inconsolable. Toddlers too, when past their limits, become the absolute worst version of themselves – we have all seen midday public meltdowns when naptime has been missed. We adults also become a different version of ourselves when we are tired. I am tired. [...]

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Before, During & After Your COVID19 vaccine
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Before, During & After Your COVID19 vaccine

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Before, During & After Your COVID19 vaccine

By Kim|2022-11-15T14:06:04-05:00March 22nd, 2021|Categories: coronavirus, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: covid-19, maryland, tips, vaccination|

Until recently, vaccination rollout has been a little confusing. Thankfully, Maryland has seemed to find its distribution footing as more vaccines have become more available across the country. To date, Maryland has vaccinated over 2 million people and continues to vaccinate over 43,000 people per day. Over the next month all of those in Phase 2 will be eligible for vaccination and as of April 27th, Maryland will enter Phase 3 which means all people over the age of 16 are eligible for vaccination. Check out the Maryland's Vaccine webpage to pre-register at a mass vaccination site or to find [...]

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Themes of Winter: Rest & Nourish
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Themes of Winter: Rest & Nourish

coronavirus, Mood, Nutrition, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

Themes of Winter: Rest & Nourish

By allysonschurtz|2022-11-15T14:06:18-05:00January 22nd, 2021|Categories: coronavirus, Mood, Nutrition, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: bladder, Chinese medicine, emotion, fear, kidney, nourish, nutrition, rest, TCM, water, winter, yin|

Photo by Annie Spratt Lately in the treatment room, patients are reporting feeling extreme fatigue, lack of motivation, and depression. This admission is typically followed by the question, “what’s wrong with me?” Nothing is wrong! For many of us, our nervous systems have been under stress for a long period of time and this can have a significant impact on our health. The remedy is to lean into the wisdom of the season and allow ourselves the space to rest. This year, it’s more important than ever. Rest According to TCM, much like many animals in nature, Winter is [...]

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Thoughts on the COVID vaccine: A conversation with Yan Jiang, MD, Ph.D, LAc
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Thoughts on the COVID vaccine: A conversation with Yan Jiang, MD, Ph.D, LAc

Acupuncturists, coronavirus, Immunity, Self-Care, Wellness

Thoughts on the COVID vaccine: A conversation with Yan Jiang, MD, Ph.D, LAc

By Yan Jiang|2022-11-15T14:06:19-05:00January 13th, 2021|Categories: Acupuncturists, coronavirus, Immunity, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: ask an acu, coronavirus, covid-19|

We are all anxious to get back to life. And we now have the tool to help make that happen: two approved COVID-19 vaccines that have been proven to have over a 90% protection rate. Yet there are still community concerns of the potential short-term and long-term side effects that might lead to hesitation. Mend acupuncturist and clinic owner Sarah O'Leary sat down with one of our beloved acupuncturists Yan Jiang, MD, Ph.D, LAc about her thoughts on the COVID vaccine based on her vast professional experience as a physician, pharmacology researcher and now an acupuncturist of 11 years. [...]

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Leaning into Winter (For Once)
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Leaning into Winter (For Once)

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Leaning into Winter (For Once)

By Jaime Kauffman|2022-11-15T14:06:20-05:00December 29th, 2020|Categories: coronavirus, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, coronavirus, covid-19, death, fear, nature, seasonal changes, TCM, winter, zhi|

Winter is commonly known as a time to slow down, rest, and restore. At a young age we learn about animals that hibernate during this season. And each year we watch the flora and fauna diminish to just their bare essentials. These are our cues, to tuck in and rest, as we too are part of the natural order of things. Often, this time of year can be challenging. There’s an inner knowing of slowing down contrasted by the frenzy that occurs during these darker days. Starting with Thanksgiving, we have a slew of holidays and subsequent gatherings that [...]

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Winter Walks, What?
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Winter Walks, What?

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Winter Walks, What?

By Jaime Kauffman|2024-01-08T13:56:20-05:00December 15th, 2020|Categories: coronavirus, Immunity, Organ, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: acupuncturists, Baltimore, Chinese medicine, coronavirus, covid, covid-19, fall, nature, seasonal changes, TCM, trails, walking, winter|

Many Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners consider Fall to be the premiere season for taking walks outside. Afterall, Fall is the season of the Lungs and Large Intestines, and the act of releasing and letting go seems to go hand-in-hand with walking. However, outdoor walks are monumentally beneficial every season, every day. Walking outside is a great way to circulate qi, strengthen the lungs, aid digestion, promote circulation, and clear the mind. In fact, during times of “brooding,” stress or anxiety, it’s been shown that taking a tree-lined walk changes blood flow in the brain to improve and enhance mood. However, [...]

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Your First Line of Defense: Wei Qi
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Your First Line of Defense: Wei Qi

coronavirus, History of Acupuncture, Immunity, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

Your First Line of Defense: Wei Qi

By mca_sarah|2022-11-15T14:06:20-05:00December 1st, 2020|Categories: coronavirus, History of Acupuncture, Immunity, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, fall, immunity, organs, TCM, wei qi, winter|

Immune function and strength from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective is historically fascinating as well as relatable, even after 2,500 years of medical advancement. Immunity in TCM is influenced by several factors, one of which is by our defensive Wei Qi (distinguished from other types of qi or energy thought to circulate in our system, such as nutritional qi or ancestral qi). In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the body is thought of as its own microsystem, or more specifically its own “kingdom.” In the kingdom, every organ has a role and an assigned function. The Heart as the Ruler, [...]

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At Surge Capacity and a Nation in Grief: Why It’s Time to Clean the House
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At Surge Capacity and a Nation in Grief: Why It’s Time to Clean the House

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At Surge Capacity and a Nation in Grief: Why It’s Time to Clean the House

By Sarah O'Leary|2022-11-15T14:06:22-05:00October 30th, 2020|Categories: coronavirus, Mood, Parenting, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: ambiguous loss, Chinese medicine, fall, five element, letting go, surge capacity, TCM|

Anyone noticing that just as our annual cultural prediction of “fall cleaning” arrives, that indeed you are inspired to tidy the house? Anyone else observing that in this week's climax of election angst and COVID cases rising nationally that you move between being frozen and then finding small comfort in seemingly insignificant completed tasks (like a clean bathroom or empty dishwasher)? And is your tolerance too for overstuffed drawers and piles of paperwork suddenly feeling unbearable? I think I have an explanation (with married concepts from modern psychology and the lens of Chinese Medicine).... In Eastern philosophy, we think of the Fall months [...]

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7 Steps for a Healthier Fall
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7 Steps for a Healthier Fall

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7 Steps for a Healthier Fall

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:06:39-05:00October 6th, 2020|Categories: coronavirus, Immunity, Organ, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, coronavirus, covid, covid-19, fall, seasonal changes, TCM|

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the human body is viewed as a microcosm of the natural world around us. We are inextricably linked, thus adjusting the way we live to the changing seasons is a must for maintaining good health and preventing illness. Since many experts believe that we're about to head into a particularly challenging immune-vulnerable Fall/Winter, it’s important that make some small shifts to stay optimally healthy. Any opportunity to boost overall wellness is great, boosting your immunity is even better. Here are six easy-to-do tips to prevent illness and live in harmony with the Fall season. [...]

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